#A677AA Hex Color
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This muted, dusty purple offers a calm, matte finish that avoids neon intensity. Because it holds significant gray undertones, #a677aa works best as a supporting background element rather than a dominant primary color. It pairs surprisingly well with deep charcoal grays for a sophisticated, modern look. The hex code #a677aa provides enough contrast against black text to ensure readability for standard body content.
Questions about #a677aa
What is #a677aa in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a677aa is rgb(166, 119, 170), in HSL hsl(295, 23%, 57%) and in CMYK 2%, 30%, 0%, 33%. Browse more shades of purple with names and hex codes.
Does #a677aa work well for text?
Yes, #a677aa provides sufficient contrast against black or very dark charcoal backgrounds, making it a reliable choice for body text or subtle headings. It maintains readability without the harsh, high-contrast intensity found in more vibrant purple hues.
What colors pair best with #a677aa?
Is #a677aa readable on white or black?
#a677aa has a 3.59:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.84:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.